Description
This course examines evidence-based lifestyle medicine recommendations and interventions to prevent, treat, and
possibly reverse chronic diseases. Students analyze the key components of health behavior change theories and their
application in research and practice in support of adopting healthy behaviors. Students will apply motivational
interviewing techniques to assist clients/patients in strengthening motivation and readiness to change.
Recommendations and interventions focus on nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, tobacco and alcohol
addictions and healthy relationships.
Credits: 3.0